Motorcycle Rides Near Me in Colorado

The Top-5 Best Motorcycle Rides in Colorado: 

1. San Juan Mountain Skyway

The section between Ouray and Silverton on this Colorado is the famed “Million Dollar Highway”. The ride begins on Route 62 in Ridgeway and ends in Telluride. You stretch your legs there for a bit, fill up and continue to Placerville and head back to Ridgeway to complete a 225-mile loop. It goes through the best parts of Rocky Mountains in Southwestern Colorado, which only means one thing – keep your cameras ready! It has several hairpin curves and switch backs as you ride at 10,000 feet on the Alpine route. Snow stays here for long, so plan a trip in July-August.

2. The Walden Loop (Courtesy Of Greeley HD&Yamaha)

It is an absolutely breathtaking route across the Continental Divide. Twice! Through Poudre Canyon, along the Poudre River and past many mountain lakes, this road with least traffic gives you ample opportunity to enjoy a peaceful ride as well as stop often to soak in the views. You could make it an all-day trip or extend it to two days (which is better according to riders). There are a few rough areas, but the ride is mostly smooth. Lodging is available in Ft. Collins, Estes Park and Granby. You could stay at the historic Stanley Hotel where ‘The Shining’ was filmed!

3. Peak To Peak Highway

You can start this Colorado motorcycle ride at Highway 6 in Golden, Highway 72 in Clear Creek Canyon, Left Hand Canyon in Boulder, or even Highway 7 out of Lyons. Travel west on any of these to connect with Peak to Peak. The ride eventually ends in Estes Park at the foot of Rocky Mountain National Park and Trail Ridge Road. Needless to say, it offers some of the most spectacular views in the area with several stops to view and click. Time the trip right to witness the 4th of July parade in the town of Ward.

4. Unaweep Tabeguache Scenic Road - CO 141

This is a Colorado motorcycle ride with light traffic, decent roads and lots of high speed sweepers. The breathtaking vistas, the blue skies contrasting the surreal red of the rocks and the twisty ride makes it worth your while. About a third into the ride, you would see a nice resort at Gateway with a restaurant, a store, high end accommodation and an Auto Museum. Fill up on gas and bring water for the rest of the ride in the desert country with no cell reception. Watch out for cattle on the road.

5. The Black Canyon Run

The last among the best 5 Colorado motorcycle routes starts at Sapinero and goes into Curecanti National Recreation Area and goes up to Crawford. It takes you from scrub deserts to aspen groves with the Black Canyon down below. The Blue Mesa Reservoir is right at the beginning. The ride continues along mountain sides and in and out of canyons for miles. Camera is a must for this ride! You can find gas, food and lodging at Gunnison and Crawford.

Lastly, keep in mind that that Colorado is not only a coveted motorcyclist destination but it has an abundance of breathtaking natural spots as well as an array of amenities for its tourists.  So aside from the best Colorado motorcycle roads list above, you can always put together a great motorcycle outing in Colorado by simply combining any of the great motorcycle roads in CO listed on McR with the many, many great destinations in the Centennial state.  Some of these great destinations are described below for your reference:

• The Red Rocks Amphitheatre is nothing short of a raw beauty! From opera singers to rock bands, the rock formations provide the ideal acoustics for live performances. It is known to have been used by the Ute tribe back in the day. Time your visit to attend a live concert to really experience the magic of one of the most picturesque venues ever.
• Strawberry Parks Hot Springs are the best hot tubs nature can offer! It lets you unwind in a wild setting free of the city’s hustle-bustle. Other than exploring the springs, one can also have a day picnic, go cycling or hiking to look at some gorgeous rock formations.
• The Colorado Trail, a 500-mile span, covers some of the best hiking destinations in the state. The Rocky Mountains are among the 8 ranges here. The Coney Summit brings you 13,334 ft above sea level. The several lakes, creeks, old mining towns and ancient Indian trails can also be explored on horsebacks or bicycles. You can also stop by a ski resort.
• Vail offers the best winter entertainment with some of the best ski resorts in the state. The base of the mountains has postcard-like picturesque views and some shops, chalet-style restaurants, fine dining and luxury hotels in the heart of the Alps.
• The Garden of Gods is a designated Natural Landmarks in Colorado Springs that has some great sandstone formations that merge with the Great Plain Grasslands, woodlands and mountain forests. It has a visitor center that helps you learn more about the history and geography of the park. Head out to some overlooks to catch some great panoramic views.
• The Rocky Mountain National Park in north-central Colorado houses a World Biosphere Reserve by the United Nations at the headwaters of the Colorado River. The mountainous terrain offers a range of wildlife and scenic beauty. You could visit for a short hike or camp out for longer treks.
• The highlight of the Pike National Forest, west of Colorado Springs, is undoubtedly the 14,115 feet snow-capped Pikes Peak. One can drive or take the Pikes Peak Cog Railway here for an unparalleled scenic trip. The top offers some hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing and a range of other recreational opportunities.
• The Great Sand Dunes National Park creates some beautiful vistas of large stretches of desert-like sand against a backdrop of the lush Rocky Mountains. Around the dunes, some exploring can lead you through forests and wetlands to some Alpine lakes for some trout fishing.
• The Mesa Verde National Park is a gorgeous designated World Heritage Site in southwest Colorado. It preserves the ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings, the first of which is estimated to have been built in 650 AD. The area has been inhibited by nomadic tribes since 7500 BC. Today, it offers an archaeological museum that helps understand the Native Americans and roads with excellent canyon overlooks.